Popular Nigerian vocalist Simisola Kosoko, also known as Simi, has shared her experiences with imposter syndrome.

The mother of one noted that although she had always valued the opportunity to know herself "deeply," she has now had to deal with the "discomfort of losing" herself.

Simi explained that she felt detached from herself."

The singer revealed that she was able to rediscover herself while working on her new album, "Lost and Found."

Taking to her X account, Simi wrote: “For most of my life, I have enjoyed the privilege of knowing myself deeply, unwaveringly, truly. In more recent years, I have also endured the discomfort of losing myself. Sometimes, to make room for something else that I needed to be – other times, because I could not, for the life of me, find my way. I felt like a stranger to myself. This version of me has been the hardest one to look at in the mirror.

“Making this album is a symbol of finding parts of myself again that I hoped I hadn’t lost permanently. I don’t believe that we ever stop finding ourselves. If you’re willing to look, there’s always more. This is a tribute to the things we continue to find and rediscover.”

The album, "Lost and Found" is about her rediscovering her "chemistry with music, melody, and love stories," she continued.

Imposter syndrome (IS) is a behavioural health issue characterized by high achievers doubting their intelligence, abilities, or accomplishments.

Studies indicate that a person's likelihood of experiencing impostor syndrome is higher if they are extremely neurotic, which is defined as easily agitated or anxious. Those who are perfectionists can also say this.

Feelings of being a fraud are also linked to low self-esteem. parenting approach and upbringing.

Check Simi's tweet here

For most of my life, I have enjoyed the privilege of knowing myself deeply, unwaveringly, truly. In more recent years, I have also endured the discomfort of losing myself. Sometimes, to make room for something else that I needed to be - other times, because I could not, for the… pic.twitter.com/DuOUcnQUne

— Simi (@SympLySimi) June 18, 2024